PHYSOGS: The Novel Card Game
A rare complete boxed set of this 20th century physiognomic board game and teaching tool, with far-reaching influence on policing theory and practice.
A rare complete boxed set of this 20th century physiognomic board game and teaching tool, with far-reaching influence on policing theory and practice.
Scarce first edition, privately printed by Cornell in an edition of about 100 copies and given away to his friends as presents, augmented with a collaged element to the last page.
Limited first edition of this dynamic artist's book alphabet, using patterned plastic overlays to reveal letters as the leaves are turned.
Original photo album of the European vacation of four young men, featuring well-composed shots of distinctive locations – a remarkably cohesive assembly.
Uncommonly well-kept first printing of Burroughs's first book, a paperback original Ace Double printed tête-beche with Maurice Helbrant's NARCOTIC AGENT.
First edition of this charming pop-up recreation of one of Red Grooms's "sculpto-pictoramas," interactive artistic experiences that "are the ultimate in participatory art" (essay).
First printing of this work about exploring the spiritual side of sex through Tantra, including a description of the structure of Shaivism, from which the practice originates – with tips for and illustrations of practical applications.
Stunning and extensive collection of original artwork, album covers, and two lengthy reference books — all describing a vast imaginary world of 20th century rock-and-roll that never existed.
Serious-minded investigation into the effects of psychedelic drugs on the telepathic abilities of two "sensitives" and two "normals."
First printing of this collection of early letters from the Beat icon.
First edition, first issue of Burroughs' drug-fueled Beat masterpiece — in exceptional condition.
Third printing (stated) — and first produced in the U.S. — of Ginsberg's landmark poem, number four in the Pocket Poets Series.
First edition, review copy, of this New Directions novel famous for its jacket design by Andy Warhol, who modeled the lettering of the title after his mother's.
Early limited edition chapbook from the Pulitzer-winning poet, inscribed (and annotated) to friend and fellow poet Stuart Dischell.
First (and almost certainly only) printing of Fran Lebowitz's first published book, a sleaze novel to which she admitted to authorship in 2010 – a sort of JANE EYRE through porn-tinted glasses.
The first annual report of the first permanent collection of modern art in the U.S.
First printing of this practical trip manual, by a disciple of Leary and Alpert and early advocate for sensible use of psychedelics.
Rare complete run of this foundational publication of the Mimeo Revolution and one of the most influential little magazines of the 1960s.
Uncommon hardcover issue of the first edition of this verse collection from the Pulitzer-winning poet, inscribed to friend and fellow poet Stuart Dischell — with an additional holograph poem laid in.
Exceptional late-1980s photo album compiling more than 170 color images of Oakland graffiti and graffiti artists — showing the development of California's "New Wave."
Original placard for the multi-day, multimedia presentation of MacLise's "Rites of the Dreamweapon," staged during the first week of Jonas Mekas's New Cinema Festival (Expanded Cinema Festival).
Striking early Bukowski drawing, executed in vibrant purple, grey, and black.
First edition, association copy, with an extraordinary inscription and drawing from Bukowski at a pivotal moment in his career to Hal Norse, perennial literary scenester and author of the classic cut-up novel BEAT HOTEL.
Complete set of Ed Sander's short-lived "Quote of the Week" from his notorious press, featuring three brief selections from Harry Fainlight, John Ashbery, and Kenneth Koch.
Rare issue of Sanders's rare book catalog with signed items, letters, and other literary rarities, all pitched with the usual Sanders aplomb.